Finally finished metal ceiling

[nmanitou]

I know there is a lot of debate on the board about drywall vs. other materials. Not trying to start anything, just want to share my choice, and how it looks. I chose the metal panel liner to avoid the multi steps of install, mudding, sanding, rinse-repeat, prime, then paint of drywall. Since my build was completed about a year ago and I had all ready moved in, the metal panels made the most sense.

I will admit that the metal panel liners were a challenge to me, more because I'm a "wood guy", not a "metal guy". Once I figure out what worked and what didn't things progressed at a decent clip. I had set up my ceiling with a lot of electric plugs to keep my lights "movable". That created a challenge to cut out all the boxes. Anyway, it took me two weekends from start to clean up. Here's the final result...

 

[TexasPowerRam]

Looks great to me!

 

[trbomax]

Looks good. Metal ceiling is the way to go.

 

[Jeff Ivers]

Looks great. Why did you choose to run the metal in 2 different directions?

 

[hdvato]

I like it!

I need to do something similar, what did you use?

 

[PeterT]

Looks awesome,

I have the metal paneling ordered, suppose to deliver next week.
How did you cut the sheets? I've purchased a Lenox skill saw 60T thin metal blade that I am hoping will cut the sheets.
Also, I have various items (garage door tracks, lights, receps, etc) that will hinder my installation. Did you drill out and use snips to fit these in?

Any other advice?

 

[930dreamer]

That looks very nice.

 

[justanengineer]

I like it! That is a very nice garage you have there. I really love the "super clean" look and you nailed it.

Now the only question remaining is...who is going to come along to upstage you by doing a metal ceiling with a herringbone pattern?

 

[nmanitou]

Looks great. Why did you choose to run the metal in 2 different directions?

The garage is a third bay addition to a standard two car and is "L" shaped to provide the work space in back. Because of the "L" shape the trusses are at 90 deg, so the ceiling panels just follow that pattern.

 

[nmanitou]

Looks awesome,

I have the metal paneling ordered, suppose to deliver next week.
How did you cut the sheets? I've purchased a Lenox skill saw 60T thin metal blade that I am hoping will cut the sheets.
Also, I have various items (garage door tracks, lights, receps, etc) that will hinder my installation. Did you drill out and use snips to fit these in?

Any other advice?

I tried many methods, including an abrasive wheel for the skill saw, but the best for me was using a combo of tin snips and a jig saw with a metal cutting blade. I had to remove and replace my garage door motor drive and tracks also, took some time, but worth it I think.

 

[trbomax]

Looks awesome,

I have the metal paneling ordered, suppose to deliver next week.
How did you cut the sheets? I've purchased a Lenox skill saw 60T thin metal blade that I am hoping will cut the sheets.
Also, I have various items (garage door tracks, lights, receps, etc) that will hinder my installation. Did you drill out and use snips to fit these in?

Any other advice?

I used a Metabo for square cuts and an air nibbler for radiused cuts.

 

[nmanitou]

hey, trbomax - just realized you are from Starvation Lake, MI - that's not too far from me. I'm just north of Traverse City a little. Small garage world!

 

[Omphaloskeptic]

nmanitou, looks very sharp, congratulations!

How much of a difference in light level have you noticed; got any 'before' pictures? It is hard to tell from the photos, do you have shades/shields above the florescent bulbs? With that surface sheen, I'd be tempted to have bare tubes to maximize the overall effect.

Another thought, with all that nice open wall space, I'd even consider the hassle/expense of adding incandescent wall sconces for up lights. Placed around the walls about mid-window height on a separate circuit as an alternate to regular shop lighting; kinda like 'mood-lighting' for that sweet looking convertible.

Gosh, it sure is fun to just sit here and spend other people's time and money!

 

[trbomax]

hey, trbomax - just realized you are from Starvation Lake, MI - that's not too far from me. I'm just north of Traverse City a little. Small garage world!

Acme? Williamsburg? If you dont mind a dirt road, stop in if you are over this way. PM me for directions.

 

[tracy.reich]

Looks good, now you can get heavy magnets to hold your lights in place and be able to move them wherever your outlets are without making holes to secure them. I like the fact that it reflects a lot of light. I have had very good luck with flipping the carbide tipped blade around in my skill saw for cutting corrugated steel, not the preferred method but it works I used to have a shear that looked like a can opener with 2 wheels that were overlapped for cutting sheets to length when I worked construction.

 

[Cougar67]

That looks good. I was thinking about turning my ceiling boxes into outlets and hanging a bunch of utility lights. Thanks for the picture of that too.

 

[BWS]

Looks nice.Could(and probably should...duh)write a book on Tin ceilings.

Dig around site below.......just for S&G's.It can be faked though....there used to be these metal panels for trailer perimeter skirting,underpin)......that can be the "field" pcs....then use something a little different(flat) for borders....and chop up some sLowes Alum. gutter for cornice.Probably gonna use this in our "period"(1910)sheet metal shop.

The funniest part of "fancy" tinceilings like in link is that were originally used to quickly cvr effed up,fallin down first/second period plaster,nuthin more............some NYC designer sees it and starts calling it chic,haha.BW



http://wfnorman.com/

 

[5lima30]

Looks great! I plan to do my ceiling in metal although I can't decide if I should go with the corrugated or the ribbed panel. I'm leaning towards the corrugated because thats what I'm using as wainscoating. BTW, how did you trim around the attic access? I also like the idea of magnetic mount lights that are moveable!

 

[PCO6]

nmanitou - That looks great. I did mine with metal too for the exact same reasons you mentioned and I couldn't be more pleased.

 

[racer34]

Something to consider when going whith a metal ceiling is the trus span. if spannig 8' with insulation ,you should use 1.5"rib panels for support(which cost a little more money.I went with the metal ceiling and like it alot.

 

[nmanitou]

Omphaloskeptic: the light level is better, but I can't say it's a lot brighter. (just had batt insulation before). The lights have a downward shield so that directs most lighting to the floor. Indirect lighting would work on that ceiling material, though.

By the way, the noise level is a little higher too - more echo than before, need **** carpet I guess!

5lima30: I framed the attic opening in wood for a nailer and trim to support the attic panel. Then J Channel around the exterior to meet the ceiling.

 

[5lima30]

Omphaloskeptic: the light level is better, but I can't say it's a lot brighter. (just had batt insulation before). The lights have a downward shield so that directs most lighting to the floor. Indirect lighting would work on that ceiling material, though.

By the way, the noise level is a little higher too - more echo than before, need **** carpet I guess!

5lima30: I framed the attic opening in wood for a nailer and trim to support the attic panel. Then J Channel around the exterior to meet the ceiling.

Thanks, for the info!

 

[ckadams00]

Stipid question, but what is a "metal panel liner" and where did you get them? I'm asking because I have been looking to do the same - thinking "tin roof material" or something along those lines . . .went to several home improvement chains and can't find anything close. Help?

 

[nmanitou]

It's just the same material used on pole barns. I bought it from this company, http://www.metalsales.us.com/home/ purchased through my local lumber yard. You can get something similar at Menards and Home Depot, but I liked this product and prefer to do business with my local store when I can.